AI Engineer

Patterns, a YC-funded startup founded in 2021, is revolutionizing data analysis through natural language processing and AI. They're seeking an AI Engineer to join their small but growing team in San Francisco, with the mission of making data analysis accessible to everyone.

The role demands a skilled professional with 3+ years of experience to take complete ownership of their generative AI features. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with RAG and LLM implementations in production environments, along with a strong understanding of databases and business intelligence tools. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the cutting edge of AI product development, potentially including advanced projects like fine-tuning open-source models.

As an AI Engineer at Patterns, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining AI features that generate answers, SQL queries, charts, and data analyses. The role requires ensuring accurate AI responses for hundreds of companies while gracefully handling edge cases. The position offers both technical challenges and growth opportunities, with the flexibility to move into management or continue as an individual contributor.

The compensation package is highly competitive, including a base salary range of $120K-$180K and substantial equity (0.25%-2.50%). The company maintains a small, focused team based in San Francisco, with some remote colleagues worldwide, though this position requires presence in SF. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about simplifying data analytics and transforming business intelligence through AI innovation.

Working at Patterns means joining a forward-thinking team that's pushing the boundaries of AI-powered financial analysis and reporting. The company's focus on making data analysis accessible to everyone through natural language processing creates an environment rich in technical challenges and learning opportunities. For the right candidate, this role offers the perfect blend of technical depth, ownership, and potential for significant impact in the AI and financial technology space.